A Development Chemist is responsible for developing new production processes and to make necessary modifications to the existing manufacturing systems to ensure overall efficiency and profitability. Typical work activities associated with the role are outlined on the Development Chemist Resume as – planning and overseeing production trials; making improvements and modifications to the current processes; formulating new production processes and stages within processes; generating ideas for new products and researching feasibility; recording and analyzing data, investigating and testing new equipment; supervising junior staff including technicians; and reading technical papers, reviews, and specifications.
The most sought-after skills include – a logical and investigative mind, excellent analytical skills, written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate with staff in non-scientific positions; and good technical skills. To enter this profession, possessing a degree in the field of Chemistry or biochemistry is a mandatory requirement.
Summary : Highly talented results-oriented, Technical Director offering a comprehensive technical background Seeking responsible, challenging career within a results-oriented company where acquired skills and education will be utilized toward growth and advancement. Summary of Job Skills: While working in the technical industry, I have acquired a broad spectrum of knowledge in all aspects of the laboratory, been exposed to various product lines, application methods, substrates, technologies and markets.
Skills : Organic Synthesis, NMR, MS, UV/Vis, GPC, FTIR, PL, Near-IR, TMA, TGA, DTA, DSC, Instron, Izod Impact, rotational viscosity, Karl-Fischer, Gaussian, ChemDraw, Programming in C and Python.
Description :
Identified customer needs and devise solutions using company products.
Proposed product development programs to address customer needs.
Know ledged of pigment dispersion, pigment stabilization, resin interactions/ compatibility required to develop starting point formulations.
Currently heavily involved with the hands-on application, development and optimization of a broad spectrum of water-based polyurethanes.
Provided technologically advanced customer solutions in the form of starting point formulations for global markets, including: automotive, DIY, industrial maintenance, plastics, UV cure and wood industries.
Served as a technical liaison between the laboratory, customer service and sales and marketing departments.
Served as the purchasing agent, waste disposal, shipping, receiving and inventory clerk for the technical department.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In Science
Development Chemist Resume
Summary : To obtain a technical position utilizing my chemical experience and laboratory skills Consistently disciplined in time management, priority assessment and goal setting. Highly skilled in bringing products to market. Sound understanding of the creative process. Excellent problem solving skills. Exceptionally strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Skills : SAP, MSDgen, Safety Data Sheets, GHS, FDA, OSHA.
Description :
Directed Ph.D., M.S. materials engineers/chemists in laser component materials development.
Supported R&D and manufacturing from development, through scale-up and production using DOE and Six Sigma principles, working closely with development and production teams.
Optimized polymeric matrices and coatings with host of filler/additive/reactive chemistry (e.g., conductive, surface, cure, cross-linking).
Co-invented radiation curing method for laser components.
Patented a formulation for triboelectric charging in polymeric systems.
Formulated various polyurethanes, including coatings, rigid materials and foams.
Assisted in the accounting department and maintaining the Material Safety Data sheets and technical data sheets inventory for all products on site.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master Of Science
Development Chemist Resume
Headline : Continuation of experience within the fields of: New Product Development, Technical Service, Quality, and Manufacturing. I have a working knowledge of technical information management system development, implementation and maintenance of ISO-9000 quality programs, experimental design, synthesis, formulation, scale-up, project management, and customer services.
Skills : Chemistry, ISO 9001, Quality Systems, Synthesis, Problem Solving, Project Management.
Description :
Designed, formulated, and synthesized a variety of adhesives for the automotive and packaging industries.
Adhesive technologies include, but are not limited to: high molecular weight polyester resins used in the food packaging and laminated film markets, epoxy, polyurethane, and brominated polybutadiene polymers used in various rubber-to-metal and flock applications.
Developed technical information systems.
Actively participated in scale-up efforts.
Assisted with design, implementation, and maintenance of the ISO 9000:1996 Quality Management System, including creating documentation and work instructions.
Assisted Sales with field trials, technical service, and complaint resolution.
Coordinated the Material Safety Data Sheets and Premanufacturing Notification efforts with corporate regulatory personnel.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Development Chemist Resume
Objective : A highly effective Development Chemist Professional who meets challenges head-on and creates positive impact. A high-energy individual with excellent technical skills and a strong commitment to providing superior customer service. Poised and articulate, with a proven ability to understand customer needs, deliver polished presentations, and work effectively in teams to meet the highest level of customer satisfaction.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Developing Skills, Time Management.
Description :
Worked on successful brands such as ANEW, Nutra Effects and Avon Care.
Actively participated in the Cleansing Strategic team in order to development new concepts, including compelling stories, for future development.
Helped oversee third party product development for the Justine brand and leading weekly meetings/ updates with the South Africa, Russia and Suffern teams.
Helped oversee an associate in the day-to-day responsibilities for successful releases for the Justine brand and worked closely with the Brand Manager to ensure timeliness of projects.
Safety designated for the Skin Care Lab, ensuring the lab is in full compliance to Avon's safety policies.
Helped mentor and train new associates in Skin Care as an R&D Buddy on processes or informally on technical issues or project management.
Helped create product demos for the successful launch of Nutra Effects Micellar Water.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S.
Development Chemist Resume
Headline : Development Chemist is Developing definition of requirements for buildable functionalities based on functional scope specification (FSS) documents, Performing analysis of existing code base or source code to determine if it has the required functionality.
Skills : CAD Certification, A+ Certification.
Description :
Authored and executed method and instrument validation documents, method transfers, work instructions and method updates in concert with R&D.
Served as an analytical expert to support the laboratory's analytical instrumentation and procedures including Liquid and Gas Chromatograph, Atomic Absorption, Spectrometers, Dissolution and Disintegration baths and many other laboratory instruments.
Effectively problem solved when dealing with manufacturing and analytical troubleshooting and investigations.
Participated on teams contributing expertise from a laboratory and analytical perspective.
Activated team participant to support formulation change plant trials and validation, validate new ingredient suppliers and validate manufacturing equipment.
Developed new alternative tests and/or methods with proper validation to increase efficiency or analytical capabilities and train chemist to efficiently conduct test.
Ensured quality and compliance in accordance with established procedures and standards of the Quality System.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.S.
Development Chemist Resume
Summary : Development Chemist with 15+ years of experience in the areas of program management, process enhancements, and product development within high-profile corporations, Maintaining the highest quality standards to avoid time and cost expenditures. Top Safety Specialist with the ability to analyze operations, pinpoint areas for improvement, and implement strategic roadmaps that positively impact company-wide projects.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Ordering, Developing Skills.
Description :
Developed a process for gold isolation by establishing and utilizing innovative nanowire technology.
Integrated green chemistry practices into experimentation to generate a cost effective and environmentally sustainable process.
Performed multiply synthetic reactions daily which formed and later caused the precipitation of nanoparticles.
Conducted analyses on these samples to ensure products of high quality were formed.
Analyzed all data to ensure compatibility with a scale-up procedure, and developed a procedure to prevent any complications.
Managed and implemented all safety compliance procedures within the lab.
Monitored all supplies and ordered materials as necessary.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Master Of Arts
Development Chemist Resume
Summary : Have 2.5 years of experience providing technical support to customers in the rubber industry, through the formulation and development of compounds to meet ASTM call-outs and certain customer specifications. Prior to custom mixing, I worked in an FDA-regulated facility, with an emphasis on SOP revision, peer training, and environmental monitoring.
Skills : Chemist, Troubleshoot.
Description :
Formulated lubricating fluids for the steel industry in response to requests for technical assistance from the mills along with new solution development.
Performed supporting chemical analysis for both routine and formulated samples along with test method development.
Responsible for setting up, learning and training staff on new technologies in the lab.
Traveled to various customer sites for trials and/or providing technical support through observation, plate-out and chemical analysis.
Implemented new technologies and gained further confidence from mill engineers in our analysis.
Used Formulation, wet chemical testing, moisture testing, plate-out simulation, customer relations, recordkeeping, troubleshooting, industrial and laboratory safety and QA/QC.
Formulated lubricating fluids for the steel industry in response to requests for technical assistance from the mills along with new solution development.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's
Development Chemist Resume
Headline : Highly qualified Development Chemist with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and I would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Coating, Polymeric.
Description :
Capitalized on prior industry experience to create novel water-based acrylate polymers for the application of pressure sensitive adhesives.
Pioneered the classification of physical and adhesive properties and bench marking of competitive products.
Demonstrated a high-level of acumen with water-based PSAs encompassing the integration of numerous polymers and/or additives to attain a customized product.
Provided on-site visits for new product trials to guarantee customer satisfaction.
Initiated a companywide chemical inventory program.
Gained expertise in the area of wide web roll coating (3-roll reverse, mayer rod, forward roll, knife over roll, slot, Dahlgren, and gravure coating machines) on various paper and polymeric substrates.
Developed Automotive paints per market demand.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's
Development Chemist Resume
Headline : Development Chemist is responsible, for Collaborating with Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, QA/QC, Sales, Marketing and Communications teams to create a clear product strategy for commercialization; identifying appropriate partners who can help bring a product to market, Working hand-in-hand with Engineering on developing technical feasibility studies; conducting risk assessments.
Skills : Developing Skills, Solid Loading.
Description :
Worked on developing an emulsion type polymer to incorporate fluorescent dyes for coating and plastic.
Improved on many products in the market in terms of increasing solvent resistant and encapsulating the dye within the emulsion particles thus prevents it from migrating to adjacent substrate (bleeding).
It, also, improved on dye appearance in terms of brightness, purity and hue.
Conducted rheology study for water and solvent base dispersion for several of Radiant Color products: stability against aging, settling and freeze and thaw cycles.
Worked on improving the percent solid loading of these formulations.
Performed various wet chemistry analysis.
Experienced on many sample digestion procedures.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Chemistry
Development Chemist Resume
Headline : Development Chemist is responsible for Identifying new product opportunities and develop technical feasibility studies, Developing chemical design or development requirements, including synthesis design and/or optimization of process parameters.
Skills : Chemist, Safety Management.
Description :
Setup, calibrated and analyzed samples on the analytical instruments listed below.
Performed supporting chemical analysis for both routine and formulated samples along with test method development.
Responsible for setting up, learning and training staff on new technologies in the lab.
Recognized non-compliance procedures then author or update Standard Operating Procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory authorities.
Helped lead a PR event at the R&D facility to help launch the Avon Skincare Institute.
Participated on the Safety Committee which included safety inspections/audits.
Processed parameter development for cost savings and scrap reduction with SPC (six sigma).
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